Baby V.O.X’s Lee Hee Jin had fans buzzing when her past visuals were compared to NewJeans’ Minji.

On January 24, MBC’s Point of Omniscient Interfere released a preview for its upcoming January 25 episode titled, “A Nostalgic Trip with Baby V.O.X Members. What Do They Say About Their First Meetings?” The teaser showed the legendary girl group gathering and reflecting on their early days.

During the reunion, Shim Eun Jin couldn’t stop praising Lee Hee Jin, saying, “She was so fair and beautiful.” Their choreographer even added, “Hee Jin’s old videos are no joke. Everyone says she looks like NewJeans’ Minji”.

Kim E-Z backed up the compliments, saying, “She was really beautiful.” Shim Eun Jin agreed, saying, “She was so stunning back then”. A flashback of Lee Hee Jin’s youthful and angelic visuals was shown, leaving her laughing shyly.

The group also reminisced about their first impressions of each other. Yoon Eun Hye shared a sweet memory about Kan Mi Yeon, saying, “Mi Yeon unnie was super cute when I first met her”.

Shim Eun Jin added, “Mi Yeon had these curtain bangs back then.” A nostalgic clip of Kan Mi Yeon’s adorable past look with curtain bangs made everyone laugh.

Shim Eun Jin also recalled her first meeting with Yoon Eun Hye. “No one told us a new member was coming. I walked into the room, and there she was, sitting on the bed. She stood up and said, ‘Hello, unnie!’ I didn’t even know who she was. She was so young, I thought she was someone’s daughter”.

A throwback clip of Yoon Eun Hye as a middle schooler made fans smile. Yoon Eun Hye humorously added, “I wish someone had introduced me. I was just sitting there when the unnies walked in.”

Fans can look forward to seeing Baby V.O.X share their lives as a complete group on the January 25 episode of Point of Omniscient Interfere, showcasing their timeless beauty that rivals today’s idols.

The group recently reunited for the first time in 14 years, performing at the 2024 KBS Song Festival Global Festival. Their comeback created massive excitement, and fans begged for encore performances.

Baby V.O.X has hinted at a special project to repay the love, including filming a new performance music video, which has fans eagerly waiting for more updates.

Will Baby V.O.X continue to capture hearts across generations? Stay tuned!

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Lee Kyung Gyu's star-making influence goes beyond Kang Ho Dong, as Hong Jin Kyung shares how he helped her kickstart her career.

On the April 24 episode of KBS 2TV’s Problem Child in House, legendary comedian Lee Kyung Gyu appeared as a guest—and a touching story from the past was revealed.

Hong Jin Kyung surprised everyone when she said, “He’s the teacher for all of us. Personally, he’s the one who helped me debut.” She even pinned a carnation flower on his chest to show her gratitude.

Lee Kyung Gyu smiled and said, “I still remember when Hong Jin Kyung walked up the stairs onto the stage for the first time.”

Hong Jin Kyung then shared her journey to becoming a star. “I joined a supermodel contest, but only the top 3 winners were noticed in broadcasting. I got a special prize, so I had no chance to be on TV."

She continued, "At first, I was just a backup for a show. But somehow, I became a regular the next week. I never knew why."

She added, "I thought the PD gave me a shot. But then one day, I randomly met Kyung Gyu sunbae, and he told me it was actually him who recommended me.”

Kim Sook asked with a smile, “So Kyung Gyu sunbae said nice things about you to the PD?”

Lee Kyung Gyu playfully replied, “Don’t say it in such a childish way,” making everyone laugh.

He then explained more seriously, “The show was Scoop TV Entertainment, and I was pretty much the main MC. When Jin Kyung showed up, I saw her determination and passion."

He added, "While others didn’t seem serious, she really stood out. I told the PD, ‘She seems unique. Why not keep her on the show?’”

Kim Jong Kook chimed in, “So if the main MC said that, doesn’t that mean you basically got her in?”

That made Lee Kyung Gyu happy. He grinned and replied, “Exactly! You speak well. Be like him!”

He added, “After that, Jin Kyung’s career took off. She started doing shows with Lee Young Ja and just kept going.”

Fans are now calling Lee Kyung Gyu not only a top MC, but also a quiet star-maker behind the scenes!

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